55. The Peddler of Puddles

 

55. The Peddler of Puddles. Beth Ferry. Illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld. 2025. 48 pages. [Source: Library] [5 stars, picture book]

First sentence: The Peddler of Puddles never got anywhere fast--possibly because of the weight of his cart, possibly because of some dawdling ducks, but most likely because he was always busy making puddles. With a tiny tug on his cloud and a drip, drop, drip, the Peddler created a puddle just right for a thirsty hummingbird. 

Premise/plot: The Peddler of Puddles has no home of his own....but will he by the end of the book?! Perhaps.

My thoughts: I have LOVED some of Beth Ferry's previous books. This one was fantastic as well. I loved the turtle hero! I loved the writing! I loved the illustrations. I loved the plot or story. It was fun to see him interact with all sorts of puddle-lovers on the road...and on the beach. It was such a lovely story.

 

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